Surgical Extraction of Orthopaedic Implants: 7 Clinical Tips for Avoiding Complications and Improving Outcomes

Azeez Olalekan Tella

Department of Orthopaedics/Traumatology, Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Teaching Hospital, Bauchi Nigeria

Azeez Olalekan Tella, Department of Orthopaedics/Traumatology, Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Teaching Hospital, Bauchi Nigeria.

Keywords: Orthopaedic; Fracture Fixation

Abstract

Fracture fixation with various types of implants is one of the most common procedures in Orthopaedic practice. This is intended for osteosynthesis and improvement in function after musculoskeletal injury is diagnosed. Internal fixation of fractures is often regarded as a balance between the biology of the injured tissue and the mechanical properties of the device used for fixation [1]. It is therefore a common practice to consider removal of the implants after fracture union must have been achieved, as retention of the implant is not known to confer additional benefits once healing of the fracture is complete [2].

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